Veterinary Surgeon

Vetted Recruitment Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Remote; GBP 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks' holiday + bank holidays

Two paid personal days

Professional development support

Unlimited online CPD via RVC

Visa sponsorship available

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employment Assistance Program

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption

Job summary

Vetted Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated veterinary surgeon to join a supportive, dynamic team in a full-time role with a fixed four-day week. You will share consulting, operating and on-call duties, with on-call shifts until 11pm and a fixed night shift every other week.

The package includes six Saturday day shifts and six weekends plus one bank holiday annually, a competitive salary up to £70,828 DOE, five weeks holiday plus bank holidays, plus two paid personal days.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon eligible to register with the RCVS.
• Experience in consulting, operating, or on-call care is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in a full-time capacity.
• Share consulting, operating, support, and on-call shifts equally.
• Participate in on-call duties until 11pm, with inpatient care from 11pm-8am.
• Work a fixed night shift every other week.
• Cover six Saturday day shifts and six weekends plus one bank holiday per year.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

On-call experience

Education

Veterinary degree (BVetMed / DVM)

Job description

Are you a dedicated and experienced veterinary surgeon looking to advance your career within a supportive and dynamic team? This full-time role offers a balanced work schedule, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth.

In this role, you will join a friendly and collaborative team, working a fixed four-day week with a fair share of on-call duties until 11pm. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a varied environment, as you will be equally involved in consulting, operating, and providing support. The role also includes a fixed night shift every other week, six Saturday day shifts a year, and six weekends plus one bank holiday annually.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in a full-time capacity
• Share consulting, operating, support, and on-call shifts equally
• Participate in on-call duties until 11pm, with inpatient care from 11pm-8am
• Work a fixed night shift every other week
• Cover six Saturday day shifts (8:30am-5pm) and six weekends plus one bank holiday per year

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon
• Previous on-call experience preferred but not essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

The role offers a competitive salary of up to £70,828 DOE, with additional supplements for certificate holders. Transparent salary banding ensures clear career progression, and the package includes five weeks of holiday plus bank holidays, with holiday increases based on length of service. Additionally, two paid personal days are provided for unexpected events, which can be added to your holiday if unused.

Professional development is actively encouraged, with support and funding for certificates and AVP status, along with unlimited online CPD available through the RVC. The benefits package also includes an Employment Assistance Program, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay, and a cycle-to-work scheme. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.